CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Stetson battled early but could not keep pace with North Carolina, falling 12-4 on Wednesday evening at Anderson Stadium.
Stetson struck first in the opening inning.
Annabella McClerren doubled and later scored on an RBI single from
Nicole Edmiaston to give the Hatters an early spark. In the second,
Irianis Garcia delivered an RBI single to help keep the contest tight.
The Hatters continued to apply pressure in the third inning, plating two more runs to trim the deficit to 6-4. However, North Carolina responded with a three-run fifth inning to extend the lead to 9-4. A three-run homer in the sixth provided further separation, putting the game out of reach.
Despite the final score, Stetson generated consistent traffic on the bases but was unable to deliver the timely hit needed to close the gap, leaving multiple runners stranded in scoring position.
In the circle,
Ava Braswell took the loss after allowing five runs in 1 1/3 innings of work.
Kennedy Temples provided 3 innings in relief, surrendering three earned runs, and
Hayley Arnold followed with an inning of action.
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At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.
